DLP Security Lead Expert

Title: DLP Security Lead Expert

Location: MADRID, Spain

Why Join Us? Join a high-impact cyber defence environment where your expertise will directly contribute to protecting sensitive information across a complex international organisation. Three reasons to join Enterprise-wide impact: Help strengthen Data Leakage Prevention capabilities and reduce the risk of accidental or malicious data leakage. Technical ownership: Work hands-on with leading DLP technologies, including Microsoft Purview and Symantec DLP, while influencing policies, controls and implementation. Strategic visibility: Partner with Security, Compliance, IT and business teams to turn complex security risks into practical solutions. About the Role As a Data Leakage Prevention Security Lead Expert, you will help shape, implement and continuously improve our DLP strategy and solutions. You’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with security analysis, incident investigation and stakeholder engagement, helping ensure sensitive data is used, shared and stored securely. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on how data is protected across the organisation while working at the intersection of cybersecurity, technology, compliance and business. What You’ll Do Shape the DLP roadmap by contributing to the design, implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise Data Leakage Prevention solutions. Turn risk into protection by assessing security requirements, analysing data flows and identifying potential data leakage or unauthorised access. Build effective safeguards through DLP policies, rules and controls aligned with business and security needs. Configure and optimise DLP technologies to improve protection and operational effectiveness. Lead investigations into DLP-related incidents, identifying root causes and supporting effective resolution. Make performance visible through reports and dashboards that monitor DLP effectiveness and compliance. Drive implementation forward by developing project plans and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders. Influence security decisions by translating technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences. What You’ll Bring Strong expertise in Data Leakage Prevention technologies, protocols and data security principles. Proven experience designing and implementing DLP solutions in complex enterprise environments. Hands-on proficiency with Microsoft Purview, Symantec DLP, or comparable solutions. Strong understanding of data classification, complex data flows and security risks. Solid analytical and forensic investigation capabilities. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address data security vulnerabilities. Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional security initiatives. Project management capabilities and familiarity with Agile methodologies and Jira. Professional fluency in English. What Will Make You Stand Out You can move confidently between strategy, technical configuration and incident investigation. You know how to balance robust data protection with real-world business requirements. You bring structure to complex implementations and can align diverse stakeholders around shared security objectives. You turn complex technical analysis into recommendations that enable better decisions and concrete action. You take ownership and continuously look for opportunities to strengthen DLP controls, processes and outcomes. What We Offer The opportunity to influence and strengthen Data Leakage Prevention capabilities at enterprise scale. A position combining technical depth, strategic influence and hands-on security challenges. Exposure to complex data security topics in an evolving threat landscape. Close collaboration with multidisciplinary Security, Compliance, IT and business teams. A hybrid working model, with an indicative two days per week in the office. An international, English-speaking working environment. Opportunities to deepen your expertise across Data Leakage Prevention, data classification, security operations and cross-functional programme delivery. Diversity & Inclusion We believe stronger teams are built through diverse experiences, perspectives and ways of thinking. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive and respectful recruitment experience. Interested but don’t meet every requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Your experience, perspective and potential may bring valuable strengths to the team.